Hi, I'm Damon

I'm a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

About Me

I am a husband, father of 4, and a firmware engineer. I enjoy spending time with our family and teaching our children new things. We love reading, playing sports, hiking, and just enjoying the outdoors.

Why I am a Mormon

I've been a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints all my life. I first gained appreciation for the importance of the church from my father's example. When I was young, I remember coming into the kitchen for breakfast and seeing my father's scriptures open on the counter, often with several verses underlined and marked, and a pen close by. Seeing my father's example early in life taught me that the scriptures were important. I knew they were important to my father.

Reading the scriptures in my own life has taught me how to live my life in a manner that is pleasing to God. I have since felt great comfort, peace, and assurance throughout my life in living the gospel and keeping God's commandments. The church encourages scripture reading and strengthens me as I can meet and discuss spiritual topics and share experiences with other members. We are not perfect, but we seek to become better - more like Christ.

I know God lives, He hears and answers prayers, and He will help us return to Him if we humbly and sincerely seek it.

How I live my faith

I strive to read the scriptures and pray each day. This helps me focus on the things that are most important, and helps me feel closer to God, and my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In addition to my own study, and doing these things with our family, I also serve others in the church and in our community.

What do Mormons believe about the nature of God?

Damon answered...

We believe that God is our Father. He lives, and has a body similar to ours, for He formed man in His own image (Genesis 1:26-27). He is perfect and knows all things. Yet despite His great power and knowledge, He loves His children greatly and desires their happiness. He called prophets and taught them so they could teach us. We have the sacred writings of ancient prophets in the Holy Scriptures. This is God's word, and it is there for us to read, study, and believe in.

Just as He did in old times, we believe God has called a prophet and apostles today to continue to reveal His will to His children. He is not silent, and He does not sleep. He hears our prayers and has provided a way for us to return to live with him. This plan for our return is so important that He sent His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to come to the earth and show us how to live, and sacrifice His own life for us (John 3:16). Yet, He allows all men the freedom to choose how they will live their lives. It is up to us to choose to follow our Savior Jesus Christ, and keep His commandments so we can return and live with Him again.
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Kathleen answered...

This question is easily answered in the words of one of the children's songs "I know my [Heavenly] Father lives, and loves me too". We believe in a loving God, who knows us each individually. Another way I know that God loves me because he has heard and answered my prayers many times. Some people think that God is angry, but I do not believe that is so. Matthew 7:11 reads, "If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to those that ask him?" I think that just explains it all- as parents we want the best for our children. God, our Heavenly parent, wants the best for us, too. As parents, we recognize that giving our children everything they ask for isn't necessarily what's best for them. God does this for us also.

Do you really believe there is a prophet like Moses alive today?

Phillip answered...

Yes we do! Heavenly Father is the same yesterday today and forever! Today, God has called a prophet to lead and guide us. His name is Thomas S. Monson. He receives revelation for the issues in our day. We can listen to Him and know what our Heavenly Father wants us to do. I know as you follow God's chosen messengers that we can enjoy happiness, safety, and be led back to Him.